Lisle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lisle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1911 and is 115 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 73.7% in MO) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,060 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1911 (115 years old) |
| NID ID | MO20227 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
K C SOUTHERN RAILWAY CO
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lisle Pond Dam?
Lisle Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lisle Pond Dam?
Lisle Pond Dam is owned by K C SOUTHERN RAILWAY CO (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lisle Pond Dam built?
Lisle Pond Dam was completed in 1911, making it 115 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Lisle Pond Dam?
Lisle Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lisle Pond Dam?
Lisle Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.